A recent study says EU tech rules should curb #cloud computing providers for possible anti-competitive practices. There are concerns that some EU lawmakers who are reviewing the proposed Digital Markets Act may be lenient toward cloud computing companies. readyforsocial.com/b504e9c9f1dc

The pandemic changed the focus of #SmartCities from what's best for the corporate constituency to what's best for regular citizens. Watching the pandemic pan out inspired new ways to serve citizens in more modern ways online, accelerating #SmartCity tech. readyforsocial.com/5c44a1d4f0f1

Many #IT departments of non-software companies wind up creating huge, monolithic apps that seem to handle everything but are unwieldy. #Microservice architectures can help by scaling traffic and improving user experience. readyforsocial.com/eadce65d2c0d

#CyberCriminals are eager to apply their trade this holiday season. Experts say two specific threats stand out: card not present fraud and non-delivery scams. Both are variations on #phishing themes. readyforsocial.com/1b811ca4d3f5

The monolithic #network perimeter no longer exists. There are usually multiple perimeters to protect. Unauthorized attempts to cross these perimeters are frequent, and the ability to defend against these "illegal crossings" is crucial. #Security readyforsocial.com/d210f5353e38

The focus of #IT is now squarely on apps and #containers. Prior to this, the focus was on bringing disparate elements together. It may feel like undoing what had been done in the past, but these changes have brought great improvements across the board. readyforsocial.com/93e245f14ff9

#SmartCity planning has changed from a tech-first endeavor to a residents-first undertaking. The new strategy focuses more on using #technology to address the needs of the city and its residents, rather than just stocking up on tons of tech. readyforsocial.com/d144662f2176

Use of the #cloud is now a must for businesses. With #RemoteWork here to stay, CIOs must ensure their company's infrastructure allows complete and secure business continuity. #HybridCloud is a good solution, as it keeps sensitive data on-premises. readyforsocial.com/6b2cca8ddc36

Microsoft has partnered with the City of Manila to drive innovation and speed up digital transformation in the Philippine capital city. City leaders hope this collaboration will accelerate its ambitions to build a 21st-century economy. #SmartCity readyforsocial.com/34c343f44db1

How do #Docker and #Kubernetes work together? Docker simplifies the act of building and running containers. Kubernetes is a container orchestration system that gathers containerized apps in “pods,” so that they can be managed. readyforsocial.com/de7f8ead68fd

Decentralization is key to giving individuals the ability to control and manage their own #DigitalIdentities and the personal data tied to them. With a decentralized identity, identifiers such as usernames can be replaced with IDs that are self-owned. readyforsocial.com/a08bf05f1153

During the past 15 months, #hackers for hire were the biggest #CyberSecurity threat. This finding comes from a recent report that also cited #CryptoJacking, criminal uses a victim's computing power to generate cryptocurrency, as a growing threat. readyforsocial.com/c1edf06342eb

Every time a new hack happens, you hear advice to use #2FA or one-time passwords (#OTP) whenever possible. Now, hackers have found a clever way to talk you into giving them these codes. If you receive a call inviting you to input 2FA codes, hang up. readyforsocial.com/bf684106f4bb

According to recent statistics, only 8% of businesses say that their total #IT environment is on-premises only. Why is the 8% shying away from #cloud storage? Some may be fearful of the expense of migrating, security concerns, or #DX barriers. readyforsocial.com/3e6e23969cd2

#BigData plays a big role in #SmartCity projects. Analysis of data gathered through sensors can minimize the number of road accidents, as well as help with crime reduction, smart city lighting, and water and electricity systems. readyforsocial.com/a47c1218a294

#Security and #compliance are usually treated as two separate requirements, but their goals are the same. There are several standardized frameworks for administering security in a #Kubernetes ecosystem. Here are details on the most popular ones. readyforsocial.com/931279ebf270

The National Center for Research on Earthquake Engineering recently introduced a “5D” #Smart City disaster prevention system that aims to help minimize damage to buildings from earthquakes. It estimates damages buildings might sustain during a quake. readyforsocial.com/dc92754e2954

#Cloud security hygiene isn't as simple as personal hygiene, but there are parallels. You brush your teeth, front and back, regularly. Similarly, you should evaluate security on a regular basis and check everything, not just what is most visible. readyforsocial.com/1c20310440d1

Why is there a lack of collaboration between IT and OT departments when it comes to #CyberSecurity? 43% of survey respondents say there is a lack of clear 'ownership' on industrial cyber risk and uncertainty around who's in charge. readyforsocial.com/8a109c170f53

A full 93% of #GenZ workers use corporate email for personal uses. This is not a wise decision in light of the frequency of social media hacks. Businesses hope adequate #security education and training will deter this careless behavior. readyforsocial.com/f36b532e80cd